They picked a peel that was safe for my darker skin tone and explained why. No irritation, great results.
Jason G. · May 2026
Reply from Hannah Choi, NP
Thank you for taking the time to write this. Glad the plan worked out the way we discussed.
Hannah Choi, NP
Nurse Practitioner · Aesthetic Provider
San Diego, CA
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Highlights
- Highly recommended
95% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
- New patient appointment
Appointments available for new patients
- 5+ years experience
Helping patients achieve desirable results
Top 1 Areas of Specialization
Nurse Practitioner
Prices at this practice
Botox
$11–$18 per unit
PRP Therapy
$600–$1,200 per session
Microneedling
$300–$675 per session
Chemical Peels
$166–$425 per session
Ranges published by the provider. Your quote depends on how much treatment you need.
Before and after
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Before
After
Melasma lightened with a series of gentle peels
12 weeks into treatment · 4 peels · age 35
Melasma that darkened after a pregnancy. Treated cautiously for her skin type with four superficial peels, strict daily sun protection and a pigment-blocking routine, because aggressive treatment makes melasma worse.
Patient reviews (7)
5 of these come from patients who requested their consultation through Empire Verified.
My pores look smaller and my skin feels firmer. The clinic is spotless and the staff are lovely.
Chris D. · March 2026
Three microneedling sessions for acne scars and I finally feel comfortable without makeup. Skin was red for a day, that's it.
Laura S. · February 2026
Verified patient
Easy to book, on time, and the office is beautiful. You can tell they really care about patient safety.
Alexis T. · December 2025
Loved that it uses my own blood, nothing synthetic. The process was explained step by step.
Justin U. · November 2025
The peel took care of sun spots I've had for years. Some peeling for about five days, then glowing skin.
Megan H. · April 2026
Friendly staff and a provider who actually listens. Highly recommend to anyone who is nervous about their first treatment.
Mariana R. · January 2026
Questions answered by Hannah Choi, NP
I am 26 — is it too early to start preventive Botox?
2 provider answers · asked by Chloe, 26 · Denver, CO
Is microneedling worth it for acne scars, or should I do laser?
2 provider answers · asked by Jared, 31 · San Diego, CA
About Hannah Choi, NP
Hannah Choi, NP, opened East Village Skin Bar to make medical-grade skin care approachable for younger patients. Her treatment memberships combine microneedling, peels and preventive Botox with simple home routines that actually get followed. Hannah is certified in microneedling, chemical peels, PRP and neuromodulators through Empire Medical Training.
View EducationOffice location
1550 Market St, Suite 104, San Diego, CA
Education and background
Practice names
East Village Skin Bar
Board certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center (FNP-BC)
Empire Medical Training — Microneedling & Collagen Induction
Empire Medical Training — Chemical Peels
Empire Medical Training — Botox & Neuromodulators Certification
Empire Medical Training — PRP for Aesthetics
Education and training
MSN, Family Nurse Practitioner — University of San Diego Hahn School of Nursing
Professional memberships
American Academy of Procedural Medicine (AAOPM)
Empire Verified Provider Network
Languages Spoken
English
Korean
Provider's gender
female
Patient reviews
7 Reviews
Patients submitted reviews after their appointments with the provider. Your trust is our utmost priority, so we do not modify or delete reviews.
4.9
Overall rating
They picked a peel that was safe for my darker skin tone and explained why. No irritation, great results.
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May 3, 2026
The peel took care of sun spots I've had for years. Some peeling for about five days, then glowing skin.
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April 7, 2026
My pores look smaller and my skin feels firmer. The clinic is spotless and the staff are lovely.
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March 12, 2026
Three microneedling sessions for acne scars and I finally feel comfortable without makeup. Skin was red for a day, that's it.
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February 14, 2026
Friendly staff and a provider who actually listens. Highly recommend to anyone who is nervous about their first treatment.
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January 19, 2026
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